Bigdogtrucker Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Can a car hauler like this be hooked to a normal S/A tractor?The pin height seems to be adjustable,just not sure about the size?Pretty sure it was towed with a one ton.I don't know much about trailers... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 Yup, no biggie. My trailer originally was a gooseneck/ball style. I bought the 5th pin for it, the pins are all pretty common sized, so should not be a problem.Just need an electric brake controller(I would suggest air over electric, not the new electronic versions)Only issue with mine was the tube for the insert was too long, I had to cut about a foot off to get it tall enough to be level. All depends on the manufacturer. 1 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-205873 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdogtrucker Posted September 13, 2013 Author Share Posted September 13, 2013 Sweet,just what I want to hear... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-205874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 There are basically two styles of hitches, round or square tube. Most trailers like that one are the round tube. Mine is the 4" square.Examples:round tube:http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Coupler/Bulldog/BD0289640300.html?feed=npn&gclid=CLe78r7ryLkCFbFDMgod0g0ASAsquare tube:http://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Coupler/Bulldog/BD0289650300.htmlThis is the controller I have: (not cheap!)http://www.etrailer.com/Brake-Controller/Warner/1300-80.html?feed=npn&gclid=CP3OiIPsyLkCFeIRMwodD00AVwI had the electronic version from my pickup, but hated it when I tried it in the Mack. 1 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-205875 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted September 13, 2013 Share Posted September 13, 2013 I see a lot of guys running 3 car trailers on their tractors. I am looking for one myself for my General. 1 Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-205928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigdogtrucker Posted September 13, 2013 Author Share Posted September 13, 2013 I see a lot of guys running 3 car trailers on their tractors. I am looking for one myself for my General.This one's in nice shape,been parked where it sit's for a cpl. years.My dad just said I can use it if I want,i'm claiming it... .May have to get that Titan single axle tractor if I can score it for a good deal. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-205939 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted September 14, 2013 Share Posted September 14, 2013 Before putting it into service I would pull the wheels, check the brakes and service the bearings. Then go over the lights to make sure they are all good. Here's a pic of one hooked to a righttp://www.9truck.com/details.php?MID=33925 Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32758-car-trailer-question/#findComment-206007 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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